Sabirah Samaroo

Communications Volunteer (September 2024 – Present)

• Focus on growing a social media presence through engaging content, and using data and customer insights to guide the process.
• Evaluated existing content for accuracy and relevancy before publishing it online.
• Developed content for social media platforms such as Instagram and LinkedIn.
• Coordinated translation of documents into multiple languages.
• Participated in brainstorming sessions to generate new ideas for communications projects.
• Monitored communications calendars and deadlines to adhere to deadlines.
• Provided administrative support to the Communications team when needed.
• Created and edited content for newsletters and social media posts.

• Assisted clients in developing social skills, such as turn-taking, conversation maintenance, and initiating interactions with peers.
• Implemented a variety of teaching strategies, including discrete trial training, natural environment teaching, and verbal behavior analysis.
• Trained families, teachers, aides, and other professionals in the implementation of behavior intervention strategies.
• Instructed caregivers in appropriate management procedures to maintain client gains outside of clinical sessions.
• Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress, or any changes needed in the treatment plan.
• Created visual supports such as schedules or choice boards for clients who may benefit from them.
• Promoted positive relationships between family members by providing education on effective parenting strategies.
• Experience with client intake information and assessment.
• Collaborated with psychologists, psychiatrists, speech-language pathologists, and other health care professionals to provide comprehensive services for clients.
• Monitored client progress through the use of data collection systems and graphing techniques.
• I consulted the supervising BCBA to assist in treatment implementation for difficult patients.
• Offered crisis intervention techniques when needed.
• Facilitated communication between different departments within the organization.
• Managed office supplies inventory and placed orders when necessary.
• Handled confidential documents in an organized fashion, according to established protocol.

• Developed and implemented ABA treatment plans based on assessment data and behavioral goals.
• Provided individualized behavior therapy services to children with autism spectrum disorders.
• Ensured all therapy sessions were conducted in a safe, supportive environment conducive to learning.
• Assembled, maintained and analyzed data gathered during student sessions, completed daily treatment logs and consistently submitted timely written and verbal progress reports.

• Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
• Answered questions from customers regarding products and services offered by the company.
• Provided administrative support to the executive team, including scheduling meetings and managing calendars.
• Processed invoices for payment using accounting software applications.
• Maintained confidential files for employees, health benefits, payroll records and other related documents.
• Created, organized, and maintained employee personnel files to keep sensitive data secure.